Answer to Question #225310 in English for Madiri

Question

Which court will maintain order, silence and decency in court when a suspect is tried for theft?

1) sheriff

2) Court interpret

3) magistrate

4) court orderly

Answer 1

Magistrate.

Magistrates are in charge of the courtroom and are expected to control proceedings so that they are just and fair. Magistrate must be decisive and act with dignity. The case can be carried on, but if the disturbance continues then the Magistrate should deal with it as a matter of contempt.